We are looking for a Food Scientist to join our team in Omaha, Nebraska!

　　As a Food Scientist for our Grocery Meals and Sides platform, reporting to the Director of R&D, you will develop new and innovative food products and bring them through to successful commercialization. You will be working on multiple products in our grocery portfolio including Chef Boyardee and Pam cooking spray.

　　Located along the Missouri River, our Omaha office is within walking distance to downtown shops and restaurants. Join us for yoga or strength training classes offered at the onsite fitness center. Conagra's R&D facilities in Omaha are state of the art, including a large super lab, open benchtop space for prototype development, a top-of-the-line culinary kitchen, and a 50,000 square foot pilot plant.

　　What you'll do in this role:

　　Develop new products beginning at the concept phase through successful commercialization

　　Design and conduct plant trials and new product start-ups

　　Plan, prioritize and complete tasks effectively and efficiently

　　Creates product development schedules that are required to meet project timelines

　　Work with pilot plant equipment.

　　Learn and utilize on-line specification system to maintain accurate and complete records

　　Design and execute experiments and prepare results for review

　　Conceptualize and develop new products prototypes

　　Drive product cuttings, plant trials, and testing

　　Maintain a clean, organized and safe work area, including the cleaning of equipment, utensils and work surfaces

　　What you'll need to be successful:

　　BS in Food Science

　　3+ years of relevant work experience

　　Experience developing shelf-stable or thermally processed food products preferred

　　Requires knowledge in food product design, formulation, ingredient functionality and interaction, process design, product scale-up, plant testing and commercialization

　　Good understanding of food industry standards of quality and foods safety, and FDA regulations

　　Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects.

　　Demonstrate ability to communicate well and to effectively influence and interact with others to accomplish research goals

　　Proficient with Microsoft Office software

　　Physical Requirements:

　　Work in and around cramped/confined spaces

　　Climbing to various heights via stairs or ladders

　　Exposure to manufacturing environments for periodic extended work days to include: loud noise, excessive heat, cold, wet, and slippery conditions.

　　Use of tools, equipment, and machinery

　　Driving a company or rental vehicle for up to 6 hours as needed

　　May travel up to 30% of time. Must be able to travel independently and as a responsible CAG representative.

　　Exposure to food tasting and smells including all food allergens

　　We require applicants for this role to be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring employer sponsorship either now or in the future.

　　This role is typically in the office Mon - Thursdays with some flexibility. Fridays are usually remote.

　　Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, 15 vacation days, 6 additional days off and 10 paid holidays. Check out our 401k plan too! Conagra will match 100% up to the first 6% of pay you save. We will also provide a 3% non-elective contribution to your account regardless of your participation (that's 9%) !

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　　Our Benefits:

　　We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:

　　Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life, accident and disability insurance

　　Wealth: great pay, incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan

　　Growth: online courses, virtual and classroom development experiences

　　Balance: paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role)

　　Our Company:

　　Conagra Brands is one of North America's leading branded food companies. We have a rich heritage of making great food, and a team that’s passionate about innovation and growth. Conagra offers choices for every occasion through iconic brands, such as Birds Eye®, Marie Callender's®, Banquet®, Healthy Choice®, Slim Jim®, Reddi-wip®, and Vlasic®, and emerging brands, including Angie's® BOOMCHICKAPOP®, Duke's®, Earth Balance®, Gardein®, and Frontera®.

　　We pride ourselves on having the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in the food industry. For more information, visit www.conagrabrands.com (https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=2940510-1&h=2999397156&u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.conagrabrands.com%2F&a=www.conagrabrands.com) .

　　Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. ​